City Movers vs North American Van Lines
On our weighted score, City Movers takes the edge (4.3/5). That said, City Movers is the better pick for chicago metro local moves, while North American Van Lines wins for cross-country moves with high-value items.
| Category | City Movers | North American Van Lines |
|---|---|---|
| USDOT | Verify on FMCSA | 070851 |
| MC # | Verify on FMCSA | 107012 |
| BBB rating | A+ | A+ |
| Founded | 2004 | 1933 |
| Headquarters | Chicago, IL | Fort Wayne, IN |
| Coverage | Regional | All 50 states |
| Services | Local, Long-distance, Packing, Storage | Long-distance, International, Packing, Storage, Corporate |
| 2BR estimate | $600–$2,500 | $3,000–$7,200 |
| Customer rating | 4.3 / 5 | 4.1 / 5 |
City Movers
Chicago local mover with strong building-COI experience in Loop and Lake Shore Drive high-rises. Hourly pricing is competitive against franchise operators.
Best for: Chicago metro local moves
Watch out: Limited interstate availability.
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North American (part of SIRVA) leans toward complex and high-value relocations, with strong piano and antique handling. For a basic studio across town, a local independent will almost always undercut their price.
Best for: Cross-country moves with high-value items
Watch out: Local move pricing is rarely competitive against regional independents.
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